Saima Hussain is an experienced HR professional currently serving as the Head of Workforce at Stoke-on-Trent City Council, where responsibilities include leading the development and implementation of the workforce strategy in alignment with corporate objectives. Previous roles include being a member of the Board of Governors at Staffordshire University and a Human Resources Consultant. Saima has extensive experience with DNV GL and GL Noble Denton, holding positions such as Head of HR and leading HR strategies in the oil and gas industry. Earlier career highlights include serving as Associate Director of Human Resources at North Staffs Combined Healthcare Trust and Talent Development Consultant at Rolls-Royce plc. Educational background includes a Master’s degree in Strategic HRM from the University of Staffordshire and a Bachelor's degree in Business and Applied Social Studies from Keele University.